Scribblenauts Unmasked, the latest game in 5th Cell's popular Scribblenauts series, is all about pleasing fans of DC comics and Scribblenauts alike. Yes, you heard me correctly. Scribblenauts Unmasked is loaded with a heaping helping of DC comics fan service. I've had the game since launch, and so I've had plenty of time to get down and dirty with this latest super-powered entry into the series. So without further adieu, here is the top 7 reasons why DC fans need to unmask a copy of Scribblenauts Unlimited.

7. Visiting Iconic DC Comic Locations

Scribblenauts Unmasked whisks Maxwell, Lilly, and you to some of the DC Universe's most Iconic locations. Have you ever wanted to explore the depths of the ocean and enter the forbidden kingdom of Atlantis, hover around the spinning globe atop the daily planet, commune with the guardians of the universe on Oa, or visit the female only society of Themyscira? Well, thanks to Scribblenauts Unmasked you can vist all of these locations and more to your heart's content.

6. Living the Hero's Dream

Almost all of the visit-able locations in Scribblenauts Unmasked are populated with randomly generated citizens that need saving, and villains that need stopping. nearly limitless fun is to be had transporting from location to location dishing out a heaping helping of justice to a plethora of no-gooders, and serving a dish of well, service to to citizens in need of a helping hand. These missions are varied and can be extremely creative at times, but the biggest payoff is getting to really feel like a hero.

5. Tons of Unlockable Costumes

Did I mention that this game comes packed with tons of unlockable costumes that no only make you look like your favorite hero or villain, but also grants you their powers. These costumes really set Unmasked apart from the other Scribblenauts titles, and brings a welcome sense of customization to the Scribblenauts experience.

4. Recreating Epic Battles

Anyone familiar with the Scribblenauts games knows that a lot of the magic comes from being able to instantly summon random things to fight each other. Unmasked adds a whole new layer of depth here by adding the DC characters in the mix. It is now possible to recreate the epic battles you've read about in the comics. You can simply watch to see who will win, or you can summon objects to help the character you favor get the edge on the competition.

3. Staging Your Own Battles

Okay, you caught me, my number 3 is almost the same as my number 4, but here all the fun is in matching your favorite heroes against unlikely opponents like Batman against a T-Rex! This simple concept can make for some truly memorable moments. Whether you're by yourself or with a group of friends, creating the awesome match-ups is a blast.

2. The Hero Creator

The object creator from Scribblenauts Unlimited makes a return in Unmasked, but its been re-skinned as the Hero Creator. I gotta say, this feature is just downright awesome. This allows the user to edit existing objects, or to create their own from scratch. The customization options here are virtually endless. You can add all sorts of effects to your newly made object. For example, my wonderfully cleaver Jack-O-Lantern has all the powers of an Orange Lantern but functions as a Green Lantern. Oh, and he scares kids too. These neat creations can then be shared with the community, so being able to show off your creative masterpieces and viewing others makes the Hero Creator that much better.

1. The Batcomputer's DC Encyclopedia

Accessible at anytime during the game is the Batcomputer. This lets you wear and unlock your fancy costumes with collected experience points, but it also houses Scribblenauts Unmasked's strongest asset, the DC encyclopedia. This encyclopedia is filled with a staggeringly vast amount of DC characters, locations, and objects. These range from the familiar characters such as Batman to the downright obscure. I don't care how big of a DC nerd you think you are, there will be multiple things you've never heard of in here. You can browse the encyclopedia at anytime and instantly summon anything that catches your fancy with the click of a button. All in all this encyclopedia will prove to be a valuable tool for the DC enthusiast and for the casual user alike.

Ten years ago, as a 12 year old, I played and thoroughly enjoyed the Wind Waker, The (then) latest entry in the Zelda franchise. For some reason, I was oblivious, to all the hate that Wind Waker received due to its "kiddie" art style. In fact, I was quite fond of Wind Waker's visual look, besides the old, fat Ganondorf, of course. However, Wind Waker was my least favorite entry in the Zelda series, and that remained true up until my recent play-through of Wind Waker's HD re-release, where things may have changed.

I'm not sure why Wind Waker was my least favorite of the series, when others claim it to rival or, in some cases, surpass the majesty of Ocarina of Time. Looking back, I always remembered the long, grueling boat rides to get anywhere. I joked that sailing took so long that you could set your course, go make some lunch, come back, and you would almost be at your destination.

Luckily, All my complaints about the Wind Waker have been rectified in the HD version. In my recent marathon session with the game I completed it in two glorious days of almost non-stop playing. Upon starting the game, I was instantly lost in its irresistible charm. Memories of the fantastical dungeons, epic boss battles, and kooky, charming characters came rushing back to me.

Gotta love the open seas

No doubt, Wind Waker's world is incredibly well realized. The towns are just bustling with life, and much like Majora's Mask there are many side-quests that can be completed as you explore the world and appease your sense of curiosity. For example: in one town there is a poor, street girl that sneaks around suspiciously at night. Out of common curiosity, one might follow her around to see what she is up to. It is then that you realize that she is trying to make some quick rupees by stealing from an unguarded safe. Stopping her from starting down the path of a thief yields you an empty bottle. These remarkably designed quests are spread throughout the entire world of Wind Waker, giving the world a sense of life that exists in very few open-world games. A decade later, Wind Waker still has one of the most stunning, lively, open worlds that exists today.

Wind Waker's combat system is also one of the best in the series. Sure, the combat is simple. You slice horizontally by just pressing the "B" button. If you hold ZL you'll lock on to an enemy and do a vertical slice. The jump attack and stabs,along with Link's signature spin attack also make an appearance. This is all standard stuff, but the difference is that a counter system has been implemented, so if you tap the "A" button at the right time link will preform one of multiple counter attacks. These counters are twice as powerful as standard attacks, and they are necessary to de-armor armored enemies. This change keeps the combat from getting stale, and the musical cues that sound when you attack and dodge make every encounter epic.

Bring. It. On.

The HD version also adds a plethora of changes that fix much of what detracted from the fun of the original game. Having the map on the gamepad makes sailing a breeze, as you no longer have to pause, sift through pages of menus, find your map, and memorize your course. Now, you just glace at the map on the gamepad and you're all set. The Swift Sail (which is obtainable early in your adventure) makes sailing much faster, cutting out a very tedious part of the original experience. switching items is also quick and easy with the gamepad. Oh, and a tedious fetch quest near the end of the game has also been made much less tedious. In fact, I found it quite enjoyable this time around.

Also notable, is the impressive amount of personality and depth given to the main cast of characters. Tetra is a rambunctious pirate captain with a soft side. Aryll, Link's sister, is a brave young girl that adores her older brother. Even the silent Link, the obvious hero of our story, oozes personality with his arsenal of expressive facial features. There are, of course, many more brilliant characters that the player will enjoy associating with throughout the game, but the most enjoyable character for me, however, was none other than the character that I was not all that fond of 10 years earlier, Ganondorf .

Ganondorf is masterfully fleshed-out in this adventure. In fact, he has more personality and life than he has had in any other game to date. In this story, Ganondorf has been through a lot. He has been imprisoned in the sacred realm for many years and, as such, he is older and more mature in this adventure. While you do not chat with him much, the few time you do, you are treated to a side of him that is not shown very often. The player is allowed a glimpse of Ganondorf's back story that really helps the player connect with him, and understand how he came to be the evil king that we now fear. What impressed me so much about this, is that it was done with very few words, in only a little time. Nothing but "masterful" fully describes the storytelling and character building in this truly epic adventure.

Aren't these guys just the cutest?

Final Verdict

The Wind Waker Is an epic adventure, unlike any Zelda game before and after it. The world is beautiful, immersive, well-realized, world. Traveling with Link on his Journey to save his sister from an Ancient evil is truly unforgettable. There is so much to see and do, and so many characters to meet. Getting lost in the high-seas could not be more exciting. The Wind Waker HD is a truly magical experience that demands attention from those that have already experienced it on Gamecube as well as those that have never played it before. Overall, I give The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker a 9.5 out of 10.

Today, on his twitter account, NetherRealm head, Ed Boon teased a big Injustice: Gods Among Us announcement set to be unveiled next week.

What could Ed be hinting at? A recent listing on the German USK ratings board suggests that the title may make a jump to the PS Vita. Could this, alongside a GOTY edition announcement, be what Mr. Boon is teasing? At any rate, another character announcement would also be welcome news. Personally, I would love to see Powergirl/Supergirl join the fray.

Until Ed Boon and NetherRealm decide to reveal their hand, we'll just have to keep speculating. As a fan of the game, I'll be waiting with baited breath.

Born just over 2 years ago, the 3DS handheld started its life prematurely without the proper software needed to insure that it would grow into a strong, healthy, handheld system that would please millions of gamers throughout the world. In response to this lack of software, the 3DS was rushed to the ICU where it received a much needed price-drop that sustained its frail existence until essential, life-giving software could be developed.

Fast-forward to the present, and we all know the story of the cute little that could. It survived! The games have come! The 3DS overcame its initial software drought and is now a fountain of gaming goodness that keeps on giving! To celebrate the victory that the 3DS has achieved over the grave, I present to you a list of the top 5 games to grace the 3DS over the past couple of years.

5.Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask

Anyone familiar with the Professor Layton series knows that it exudes style and charm like few games ever have. Miracle Mask , my friend, is no different. The game follows Professor Layton as he sets out to unearth the secret of the mysterious, yet dashing, Masked Gentleman. Oh, and of course, solving any puzzle that comes your way is a must, because a true gentleman just can't let a puzzle go unsolved. Miracle Mask hooks you in at the start, throws some easy puzzles to get your brain juices flowing, then quickly ramps up the difficulty. I hope you're ready. Did I mention that the animated cut-scenes, phenomenal voice acting, spectacular 3-D, and an incredibly charming cast mesh together perfectly to create a world that is nothing short of breath-taking? For all this and more, Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask is a game that no gentleman can go without experiencing.

Warning: A dash of puzzle-solving is required to play this game.

4. Mario Kart 7

Mario Kart has been the unrivaled king of kart-racers ever since the original released on the SNES, and Mario Kart 7 just happens to be the latest and greatest game in the franchise. While it does little to re-invent the the kart-racing formula, it has added a few features to keep things fresh. Mario Kart 7's greatness is really found in the sum of it's parts. It is a visually-stunning game that is enhanced by its subtle use of 3-D to make the game feel that much more alive. While visuals are great, the magic of Mario Kart 7 is really found in it's cleaver level designs, my favorites being the ones that break the 3-lap standard by opting for a 3-part stretch of track that takes Mario and the gang through some gorgeous vistas. Kart-customization is also a welcome feature along with the use of the glider and under-water propeller to keep things fresh. Speaking of keeping things fresh, Mario Kart's robust online service makes sure that things never get old as you continue to unlock a seemingly endless amount gear even hours after you've unlocked the final character. Mario Kart 7 truly is a gem that (thanks to an impressive online mode) never seems to get old, thus earning it the 4th spot on this top 5 list.

Flying...Feels...Good...

3.Super Mario 3D Land

Taking the 3rd spot on the list is a game that took the pizzazz of 3-D Mario and meshed it with the play style of 2-D Mario. This fusing of worlds worked gloriously and created a game that was not only very accessible, but could also come out as downright challenging. 3D Land is a new platforming concoction that bears the nostalgic aroma of old-school Mario. 3D Land is also one of the few games that shows how 3-D can change the way that games are played, as the use of 3-D is required to find all the hidden coins. Also notable is the way that 3D Land has broken the convention of themed worlds. There are still water levels, desert levels, etc..., but world 2 is not the desert world, and world 3 is not the water world, all of the stages in every world are crafted with variety in mind. Sure, this might seem like a small thing, but it makes the desire to find out what you'll be doing in the next level that much greater. The extensive amount of content is also quite remarkable. 3D Land boasts 8 worlds and 8 harder versions of those those worlds. That is double a standard Mario Game! Those willing to beat every level and find every coin, will find themselves busy for hours upon hours in Super Mario 3D Land.

Oh, and Tanooki Bowser is Awesome

2.Fire Emblem: Awakening

Fans of strategy RPGs know that the Fire Emblem series is among the best ever to grace the Genre. Fire Emblem: Awakening continues the tradition of being an excellent entry in the strategy-RPG genre, but it is not content with stopping there. Awakening takes an epic story-line, compelling game-play, lovable characters, superior voice acting, and brilliant localization to create a masterpiece that is rivaled by few. From the starting scene right to the end, Awakening is nothing but a joy to experience. Um...okay, it is a joy until one of your soldiers dies on the battlefield and experience the brutality of permadeath. Will you restart the battle to save your comrade from their untimely fate or will you continue onward with their loss weighing heavily on your shoulders? Either way, you are sure to have one unforgettable experience that forges bonds between you and your friends like never before.

Let the battle begin!

1. Animal Crossing: New Leaf

The top spot on this list goes to the underdog that perhaps no one saw coming, Animal Crossing: New Leaf. This is just one of those games that cannot be explained. The appeal to animal crossing definitely comes from collecting, and customization, but If I were to try to explain why picking fruit, planting trees, beautifying the village, expanding my house, and hunting for the last piece of cabana furniture was so enthralling, I would be left speechless. Animal Crossing is just one of those games that must be experienced to be understood. But be warned, once you start your foray into the wild world of Animal Crossing: New Leaf you will find that more and more of your precious hours seem to disappear as your town grow, and you repay you're criminally high loans to Tom Nook. At least, they will be hours well spent. The bottom line is, Animal Crossing: New Leaf is sure to keep you busy for hours upon hours for at least the next year!

A giant castle is a happy house

Do you disagree with my top 5, or did I hit it spot on? Feel free to leave statements of agreement, or tell me why you're top 5 is better in the comments below.